Spokane wins this year’s award as Washington’s “Best Place to Retire” – it was cited most often in the national “Best Places” surveys. Spokane’s advantages: lower cost-of-living, abundant sunshine, high-quality medical care, cultural and educational amenities, easy access to nature, 33 golf courses and more than 20 wineries (with only half the rainfall of Seattle)

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Northwest Best Places to Retire Annual 'Round-Up'

Each year, Northwest Prime Time summarizes national “Best Places to Retire” lists for notable Northwest locations that achieved national acclaim as great places to live and retire.